Beauty Launchpad

1 week ago | beautylaunchpad.com | Katie Anderson

There are so many skilled nail technicians out there in the industry, but it's rare to find a magical combination of techs who ooze creativity and humor and are engaging and relatable. Imagine our surprise when we met Dylan Pritchard (@thenailwhisperer). Pritchard has travelled around North America over the past 14 years as a nail technician and educator, picking up inspiration and skill from major cities to bring us eye-catching, precise designs with the humor only he could provide.

1 week ago | beautylaunchpad.com | Katie Anderson

Creativity is in full surge with summer nail art trends. Unlike minimalist nail art trends of the past, summer is all about playing with color and shaping, all with an eye on the best details. There are so many ways to adapt these trends to your skill set and your client's taste, so give them a go with the details from top nail artists below. Log in to view the full articleCreativity is in full surge with summer nail art trends.

Jan 28, 2025 | beautylaunchpad.com | Carlos Valenzuela

You don’t need something “fishy” in your tax return to be selected for an audit. The IRS randomly selects any return for an audit. If you are one of the lucky ones, you must show proof of every income dollar and deduction. It's best to have some kind of system in place to keep track of your income/expenses—a ledger, a folder, an envelope, apps on your cell, etc., where you keep running totals. Keeping good records throughout the year simplifies your tax preparation, but what should you track?

Sep 17, 2024 | beautylaunchpad.com | Katie Anderson

We love seeing the beautiful color creations that Andrea Alarcon (@a.hairpower) brings to life, so we knew we had to reach out to her to find out where she draws her inspiration. Alarcon is a talented stylist at Kut Haus Salon in Claremont, California, but she is also an international educator, an Oligo Pro ambassador and most importantly a strong proponent of the transformative power of hair. Read on to see how she draws inspiration from nature, her tenacious mom and her colleagues.

Sep 16, 2024 | beautylaunchpad.com | Katie Anderson

One of the my favorite things about the beauty industry is you never get bored. The industry is always evolving and changing, with new innovations seemingly coming out daily. There have been so many exciting product launches in the salon industry in 2024, so I put together this list of notable product innovations. Of course, the year is not over yet, and we are excited to see what launches await us during quarter four and the holidays.